DJ Awards Ibiza · 25th Anniversary
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Ibiza Closing Week 2026
DJ Awards Ibiza · 25th Anniversary
The definitive passport to the music industry's inner circle. Join a curated Founder Circle for a 3-day, all-inclusive residency at the five-star Nobu Ibiza Bay — front-row VIP seats at the 25th Anniversary DJ Awards Gala at Amnesia, the Met Gala of dance music, plus premier tables at Pacha, UNVRS and Hï.
Powered by frictionless wearable tech and private chauffeurs, every detail is curated. Just land in Ibiza and turn your phone to Do Not Disturb.
This isn't a ticket — it's an introduction. Across one unforgettable week you'll trade stories with founders, artists and tastemakers who shape the culture, dine where money can't buy a table, and step behind the velvet rope as one of the chosen few. Come as a guest; leave as part of the circle.
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Founded in 1998, the DJ Awards is the original and most respected honour in global dance music — uniquely celebrated for prioritising artistic excellence over popularity contests.
For Backstage guests, this is a rare opportunity to enter the inner sanctum of an industry-led institution where icons such as Carl Cox and Pete Tong have historically gathered. Unlike gamed or commercialised rankings, this is an award that cannot be bought — where the world's greatest artists show up in person to celebrate the true heartbeat of the dancefloor.
As a Backstage guest, you are seated among industry titans and global legends for an immersive, cinematic production that celebrates the pioneers defining the sound of a generation.
Your evening begins on the Red Carpet, surrounded by global press and flashbulbs as the world's most famous DJs arrive.
Mingle with the jet set and rub shoulders with the legends in the island's most iconic venue space.
Join 500 hand-selected guests at premium round tables of ten — the inner circle of electronic music under one roof.
A luxury sit-down dining experience with curated menus and a full premium open bar throughout the ceremony.
A world-first immersive journey — 25 years of DJ history brought to life through cinematic visuals and live performance.
At midnight the gala transitions into a legendary celebration — private balcony suites for Ibiza Classics sets until 6 AM.
The definitive "Access as an Asset" residency, curated for an elite Founder Circle. Three nights at the five-star Nobu Ibiza Bay; front-row seats at the Met Gala of dance music; private champagne sessions with Luciano and premier VIP tables at Pacha, UNVRS and Hï. Frictionless, wallet-free luxury powered by wearable tech and dedicated private chauffeurs. Land in Ibiza, turn your phone to DND, and join the legends.
Beachfront breakfast, late checkout, and the Sunset Sessions sushi & champagne welcome.
A sunset tasting menu for two, paired with premium wine and sake amongst the power players.
Reserved VIP table and premium bottle service for the world-renowned CamelPhat residency.
The world's first hyper-club — a premier VIP table and luxury bottle service for two.
A chilled afternoon on Salinas beach with full lunch and open bar — feet in the sand.
Sold online now — no waiting list, no drops. Secure your Founder Circle place instantly.
Corporate & group allocations (10 / 20 / 50 guests) available — corporate@backstage-experience.com
Three more ways into the 25th Anniversary — from the voting launch on the water to the London countdown and the gala itself. Each sold online now.
23–25 July 2026Experience the opening of the DJ Awards voting launch at the elite sunset gathering of Ibiza's nightlife architects. As the sun sets over the historic Old Town, join 250 VIPs aboard the 270ft, $300m superyacht The Coral Ocean for free-flowing champagne and an exclusive set by Grand Jury Chairman DJ Luciano. Includes two nights at the five-star Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay and a reserved VIP table afterwards.
6 Sept 2026Join the global dance-music jet set as the 2026 DJ Awards voting reaches its climax at Radio Rooftop, London. With one week to go, 300 elite guests gather at the iconic ME London on The Strand for an exclusive performance by Grand Jury Chairman DJ Luciano. A high-impact Balearic Brunch and the ultimate industry countdown — includes a two-night stay at the luxurious ME London.
7 Oct 2026Premium positioned tables of ten for the 25th Anniversary ceremony. Celebrating 25 years of excellence in electronic music at the legendary Amnesia Ibiza — a cinematic journey produced by Secret Cinema. Each table of ten begins with an exclusive four-course gala sit-down dinner and premium beverages, then the energy shifts to the VIP Balcony for an after-party until 6 AM. A unique, money-can't-buy night of heritage, performance and high-end hospitality.
Every Backstage Experience is hosted end to end. The residency, the gala, the boat, the after-hours — all of it runs on the same simple promise: you never wait in a line, reach for a wallet, or sweat a detail. From the moment you land to the final sunrise, we have already handled it. This is our standard, not an upgrade.
Every official event is fully hosted — gala dinner, late-night bottle service, beachside lunches and sunset receptions. Forget your wallet.
A dedicated luxury chauffeur for every movement, arriving at each satellite event in total style — on your own schedule.
The Backstage Credit Card lives on your wrist — pre-loaded wearable tech, so you never carry a phone or wallet all week.
One WhatsApp line, any request. Off-agenda reservations, last-minute changes, the impossible made seamless — day or night.
Meet-and-greets, DJ-booth positioning, private dinners — we curate the moments your guests will never forget.
The pinnacle of the 25th Anniversary — a tier of access reserved for a handful of visionary partners, placing your most valued guests at the very centre of the industry's most significant milestone.
Ibiza is only the beginning. The DJ Awards is taking the inner circle around the world — and Backstage will be there for every chapter. Join the list to be first through the door.
The Backstage Experience is not a one-size-fits-all itinerary. It is a fluid, high-end platform, meticulously tailored to your brand's objectives — a private, branded ecosystem for your most valued partners.
From closed-door meet-and-greets with top-tier global talent to exclusive private dinners and coveted DJ-booth positioning during peak performances, we turn the impossible into a seamless reality. The memories forged become permanent narratives your guests recount for the rest of their lives — anchoring a legacy of deep emotional loyalty to your brand.
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An invitation to what's next. Be the first to know when new experiences open and the World Tour reaches your city — and join the waitlist for the rooms, tables and moments that sell out before they're ever announced.
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